Orange Head Roach

Eublaberus posticus

RoachbeginnerHarmlessCommunal OK

No venom, no sting

Pet and feeder roaches are harmless to humans — no venom, no sting, and no meaningful bite. Wash your hands after handling.

About

A hardy, fast-breeding species kept both as a feeder and a display colony. Room temperature is fine; 80-90F speeds breeding. Keep 50%+ humidity with a moist substrate corner and provide hides. Omnivorous detritivores — feed dry roach chow plus fruit/veg for moisture; a water dish isn't needed (use produce or water gel to avoid drowning). Note: can cannibalize if underfed/crowded.

Taxonomy

FamilyBlaberidae

GenusEublaberus

Native regionSouth America

TypeTerrestrial

Temperamentskittish, burrowing

Size & growth

Adult size1.5-2 inches

Growth ratefast

Climate

Temperature75–90 °F

Humidity50–60%

Enclosure

Adult sizewell-ventilated bin; smooth walls (poor climbers)

Substratecoco fiber kept partly moist; egg-crate / bark hides above ground

Substrate depth2 inches

Water dishOptional

Feeding

Feeding modeOmnivore

Prey sizen/a — dry roach chow / grain, fruit & veg

Adult cadencecontinuous (chow + fresh produce for moisture)

Times kept: 0